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Diamond Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite diamond and onyx pendant is rendered in solid platinum. The pendant is shaped like a
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Platinum Black Onyx & Diamond Pendant
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum black onyx and diamond pendant with 14K white gold fancy Deco link chain. The center
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

18 kt Gold Diamond Onyx Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Shapely pendant in 18kt white gold composed of an onyx circle embellished with diamonds linked to
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral, Onyx, Diamonds, Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing cross pendant necklace in platinum structure mounted with a central onyx with a diamond
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Pearls, Aquamarine, Diamonds, Onyx, Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous pendant necklace in platinum structure mounted with aquamarine,diamonds and four grey
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum

White Onyx Diamond Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely pendant featuring 3 pieces of hand carved white onyx that make up the petals of the flower
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

SOL PENDANT, Black Onyx, Rubies, Diamonds & 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
S O L pendant   Black Onyx, Rubies, Diamonds, 14k Gold The S O L line was developed around the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold

SOL Pendant, Black Onyx, Emerald, Diamonds & 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
stunning combo of: 

Carved black onyx sun with center 9x6mm oval emerald bezeled in 14k gold surrounded
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold

Onyx Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
adorn the ornate floral motifs within the pendant. A single diamond, set at the heart of the onyx
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Coral, Jade, Onyx, Sapphires, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
surrounded by diamonds and onyx. As pendant, a drop jade. The chain is in 9 kt white gold mounted with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace Onyx 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace Onyx 14K Gold This amazing Art Deco circa 1920s pendant is
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant with onyx and single cut diamonds up to 1.00ct platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
Platinum necklace with center piece set with onyx and single cut diamonds up to. 1.00ct - F/G - VS
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2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

OMEGA Flower Pendant 18K White Gold 0.37ct Diamonds Black Onyx
By Omega
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The OMEGA Flower Pendant 18K White Gold 0.37ct Diamonds Black Onyx is a stunning blend of elegance
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Spectacular Vintage Onyx and Diamond Pendant with Chain in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A real eye catcher this Onyx and Diamond Vintage pendant in 18 K white and yellow Gold. The pendant
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Japanese Coral, Diamonds, Onyx, 18kt Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
gold embellished with coral and onyx rings and an amazing pendant (length:9 cm X diameter:5.5 cm
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Vintage 1970s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Onyx Diamonds Coral 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
, imbuing the piece with a sense of balance and stark contrast. At the center of the pendant is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral, Rubies, Onyx, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
the face of a man surrounded by diamonds, rubies and onyx. Between the chain and the pendant, a coral
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral, Onyx, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
a lady motif surrounded by a frame of diamonds. Below, an onyx between two structures studded with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage Georg Hornemann Carved Jadeite Jade Black Onyx Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Georg Hornemann
Located in Montclair, NJ
pierced and carved throughout and set at the center of a black onyx custom made frame that is further
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, White Gold

Onyx, Tsavorite, Diamonds, Rock Crystal, 14 Karat White Gold Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds linked to an onyx. One of these structure is linked to a structure in white gold studded with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Onyx Art Deco Style Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco style diamond and onyx halo pendant. An approx. 0.035
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corals, Onyx Ring, Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearl, White/Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
pearl is at the center of a little flower on top of it. Tot weight 16.00 gr Diamonds 0.34 Kt Sapphires
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Onyx Pendant Watch by Dreicer and Co.
By Dreicer & Co.
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This sleek and striking Art Deco pendant watch centers on a sparkling triangular-cut diamond
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Coral, Onyx, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Kt Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
coralsurrounded by a frame of diamonds and emeralds. . Below, a coral and onyx ring and, as pendant, a drop onyx
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Amethyst, Coral, Onyx, Tsavorite, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic pendant necklace in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds and tsavorite in the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, Onyx, Rose Gold and Silver Brooch/Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
rubies and diamonds. As pendant, little chains in 9 kt rose gold. This pendant/brooch was totally
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Ebony Flower Diamonds Onyx Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Extraordinary floral pendant, a unique and refined piece crafted in 14-carat yellow gold and 800
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Onyx, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

NEW 18K Gold GIA Trillion Diamond Black Onyx Triangle Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
claw clasp that ensures safe wear. A simply elegant and very classy diamond and black onyx pendant
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

White and Fancy Diamonds, Onyx, White Stones, 14 Kt Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion shape cage pendant in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with an onyx plate, white
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Onyx, Ebony Angel, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Pearls, Rose White Gold Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
in the center.At the top of the pendant there is onyx plate with gold flower composed of diamonds
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Onyx, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion pendant necklace in 14 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with an onyx disk in the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Black Onyx Heart Pendant Necklace Brooch 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a spectacular Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Black Onyx Heart Pendant Necklace
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Diamond Onyx Art Deco Style Rectangular Shape Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Square shaped onyx, brilliant round diamonds, and 14k white gold combine to create an eye-catching
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

70s Onyx Coral Diamond Pendant Large Octagon 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed onyx, coral and diamond pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mozafarian Diamond & Onyx Calligraphy Necklace
Located in London, GB
-studded pendant that showcases intricate calligraphy. The polished black onyx center creates a striking
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby 1.29 Ct Cluster Pendant 18 Kt White Gold Round Brilliant 0.60 Carat Diamond
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Ruby Cluster Pendant, The radiant red oval shaped ruby in the center is surrounded by 12 round
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphir...

1932 Art Deco Nordic Pendant Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 2.6gr
Located in SE
Pendant in 18K White Gold with the setting of Black onyx accented with Diamonds. There are ten
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Arts & Crafts Period Large Scale 14k Gold Onyx and Diamond Pendant / Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful and large Arts and Crafts Movement period 14k yellow gold, onyx, and diamond pendant
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Topaz, Diamonds, Tsavorite, Onyx, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful pendant necklace in 14 kt rose gold and white gold mounted with tsavorite and diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Erté 1980 Diamond Onyx Pearl 14K Gold Silver Love's Enchantment Pendant Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a disk shaped pendant depicting a woman wearing headdress in profile Centering a 45.0
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Inspired Black Onyx Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Inspired Black Onyx Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K gold studded with fancy cut onyx and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold, 2.04 Carat Diamond and Black Onyx Oval Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
that continue to form diamond swirls on top of the black onyx. The pendant hangs on a 16" three strand
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Green Agate, Red Coral , Onyx, Ruby, Diamonds Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
charming pendant, in 9Kt gold and silver, with diamonds,rubies as little shiny details on it, and onyx
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 9k Gold, Silver

Victorian Flower Locket Old Mine Cut Diamond Black Onyx Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Antique Victorian to Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond and Pearl Locket Pendant
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 K Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant Diamond Rock Crystal Onyx by Tännler
By Tannler of Switzerland
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Crystal, Onyx and 6 Diamonds weighing approximately 0.40 ct. Length of necklace: 41 cm. Signed Tännler
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Big amethyst, Onyx, Diamonds, Platinum, 14 Kt Rose Gold and White Gold Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
onyx and diamonds. The chain in 9 kt white gold is included. This pendant was totally handmade by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Onyx and Coral Necklace with Diamond Accent in Platinum and Gold
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco coral, onyx, diamond, and platinum necklace, comprised of an onyx lozenge centered by a
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

1890 Victorian Diamond and Pearl Black Onyx Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a spectacular 1890 Victorian Black Onyx, Diamond, and Pearl Locket! This locket features 10
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Onyx Mauboussin Paris Necklace in 18K Gold
By Mauboussin
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional one-of-a-kind large aquamarine diamond and black onyx necklace attributed to Mauboussin
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Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Onyx, Diamond, Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique onyx, pearl, 0.98 carat diamond and enamel, 18 karat yellow
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18k Gold Deco Style Pendant with Opal and Diamonds
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco is the influence for the design of this modern pendant. This piece features a opal center
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Engraved Red Coral and Button, Diamonds, Emeralds, Agate Drops Brooch/Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Brooch/pendant in 9Kt gold and silver embellished with diamonds in the edges, drop of green agate
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 9k Gold, Silver

"Panther Eclipse" Convertible Aurora Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
panther’s form is adorned with 2.38 carats of brilliant diamonds, while onyx inlays create the distinctive
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold

Mid-Century Black Opal and Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting 18K white gold pendant centers on a captivating 4.50-carat pear-shaped cabochon
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Vintage Onyx Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
centered with a rhombus shaped polished black onyx plaque accented in the center with a diamond. The onyx
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Chrysophase, Diamonds and Onyx.
By Loffredo
Located in Rome, IT
Art deco style pendant necklace in Chrysophase, with brilliant cut diamonds and Onyx stone elements
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1990s Italian Art Deco Rope Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Onyx Multicolor Gemstone Gold Toucan Pendant Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet and elegant toucan studded with diamonds and colored gemstones takes center stage! The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Wander France Onyx & Diamond Brooch/Pendant 18K Yellow & White Gold
By Wander
Located in Dallas, TX
Wander France Onyx and Diamond Brooch/Pendant in 18K Yellow & White Gold. Elegant french brooch
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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Peridots, Diamonds, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Pearls, Platinum Brooch/Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
part, surrounded by diamonds,onyx and pearls. Below, a rock crystal. This brooch/pendant necklace was
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Peridot, Rock Crystal, Platinum

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond & Onyx Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco period diamond and onyx journey style target necklace in platinum. Centered by three
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

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Onyx With Center Diamond Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the onyx with center diamond pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, white gold and 14k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 395 vintage editions and 71 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an onyx with center diamond pendant from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An onyx with center diamond pendant from Leo Milano, Van Cleef & Arpels and Asch Grossbardt — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A mixed cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an onyx with center diamond pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Onyx With Center Diamond Pendant?

Prices for an onyx with center diamond pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $110 and can go as high as $235,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,653.

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From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

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